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Senior Advisor, Communications and Engagements

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
Wellington
Full time
2 days ago

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity   

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Advisor in Communications and Engagement to join the Wellington team supporting NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) projects.

This role plays a pivotal part in effectively communicating and engaging with stakeholders, communities, and mana whenua. You will develop C&E plans to deliver best practice engagement to support transport projects and programmes. Making connections right across the business, there will be plenty of opportunity for growth and professional development.

You’ll be adept at balancing work with project teams by providing considered advice on issues, risks and opportunities while working with your colleagues in the Communications and Engagement team, so experience working on projects and collaborating with teams is essential for this role.

You will find out more about the role here.

Ko koe tēnei | About you   

We are looking for great storytellers with a strong understanding of communications channels and engagement experience. You will be a strategic thinker with experience working in the public sector.

Experience working on and prioritising multiple pieces of work and projects, while working to deadlines, is a must. You will be innovative and creative, a self-starter and be flexible and have:

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public service.  

   

Mō mātou |About Us

Te Waka Kōtuia our Engagement and Partnerships group supports the success of NZTA by strengthening relationships with our central and local government partners, communities and industry. We do this by engaging with communities and stakeholders about the work NZTA does. Our diverse work spans a range of partners and stakeholders - we support Ministers, coordinate collaboration across central government, lead relationships with our local government partners, and engage directly with the New Zealand public.

Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply: 

Please click apply to upload your CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Rā Katinga | Applications close:

18 July 2025

For further information, email: [email protected]

To be considered for this position you must have a legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Waka Kotahi is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We recognise the importance of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces these values. Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

Please note that we may begin shortlisting as we receive applications. We encourage early applications as we may withdraw the advertising at any time.

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